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What best differentiates regeneration from repair by fibrosis?
What best differentiates regeneration from repair by fibrosis?
- Regeneration leads to scar formation, while repair by fibrosis does not.
- Regeneration fully restores structure and function, while fibrosis repairs but does not restore function. (correct)
- Regeneration requires fewer immune responses than repair by fibrosis.
- Regeneration occurs only in labile cells, whereas repair by fibrosis occurs in stable cells only.
Which of the following cell types is accurately defined in relation to tissue turnover after injury?
Which of the following cell types is accurately defined in relation to tissue turnover after injury?
- Labile cells have slow regeneration capabilities.
- Permanent cells can regenerate tissue indefinitely.
- Stable cells are incapable of division and repair.
- Labile cells can rapidly divide and replace lost tissue. (correct)
Which stage of the cell cycle is most directly involved in regulating cell division and could lead to pathology if disrupted?
Which stage of the cell cycle is most directly involved in regulating cell division and could lead to pathology if disrupted?
- S phase, where DNA synthesis occurs.
- M phase, where mitosis happens. (correct)
- G1 phase, responsible for cell growth.
- G2 phase, prior to cell division.
Which of the following healing intentions is characterized by delayed closure and can often lead to scarring?
Which of the following healing intentions is characterized by delayed closure and can often lead to scarring?
Which statement accurately describes labile tissues?
Which statement accurately describes labile tissues?
What is the most significant factor that can influence the outcome of wound healing?
What is the most significant factor that can influence the outcome of wound healing?
What is the primary role of growth factors in tissue repair?
What is the primary role of growth factors in tissue repair?
Which of the following best explains the behavior of stable tissues during injury?
Which of the following best explains the behavior of stable tissues during injury?
Which type of tissue is characterized as terminally differentiated and does not proliferate?
Which type of tissue is characterized as terminally differentiated and does not proliferate?
Which statement about the proliferation phase of wound healing is correct?
Which statement about the proliferation phase of wound healing is correct?
What role do cytokines and growth factors play in fibroplasia?
What role do cytokines and growth factors play in fibroplasia?
Which type of collagen is predominantly formed during the maturation phase of wound healing?
Which type of collagen is predominantly formed during the maturation phase of wound healing?
What is the primary function of the extracellular matrix (ECM)?
What is the primary function of the extracellular matrix (ECM)?
Which statement about wound closure classifications is correct?
Which statement about wound closure classifications is correct?
What is the major characteristic of the ECM's interstitial matrix?
What is the major characteristic of the ECM's interstitial matrix?
Study Notes
Wound Healing Overview
- Wound healing involves injury response aiming to restore anatomical structure and function.
- Two processes: regeneration (cellular replacement) and repair (fibrosis).
- Healing outcomes depend on the tissue type and existing conditions.
Regeneration vs. Repair
- Regeneration: Replacement with identical cells, allowing complete restoration.
- Limited in mammals; notable in specific cells (e.g., hepatic cells, epithelial stem cells).
- Repair: Formation of scar tissue when identical cells are unavailable due to infections or injury.
Cell Types and Turnover
- Labile Cells: Constantly divide (e.g., hematopoietic cells, gut epithelium), enabling ready regeneration.
- Stable Cells: Quiescent but can proliferate (e.g., liver, kidney); limited regeneration potential.
- Permanent Cells: Terminally differentiated, non-proliferative (e.g., neurons, cardiac muscle), leading to scar formation instead of regeneration.
Cell Cycle and Disease
- Controlled by the cell cycle, disruption can lead to increased pathological conditions like cancer.
- Non-dividing cells may exit the cycle into G0 phase; proliferation mainly occurs in G1 and M phases.
Key Processes in Wound Healing
Stages of Wound Healing
- Hemostasis: Initial response to prevent blood loss.
- Inflammation: Immune response to clean the wound, lasting several days.
- Proliferation: Occurs 3-21 days post-injury, characterized by the formation of granulation tissue and epithelial regeneration.
- Re-epithelialization: Migration of keratinocytes to form a protective barrier.
- Granulation Tissue: Composed of fibroblasts, new blood vessels, and immune cells; essential for healing.
- Angiogenesis: Growth of new blood vessels, supplying oxygen and nutrients.
- Fibroplasia: Fibroblasts proliferate, laying down collagen and extracellular matrix (ECM).
Growth Factors and Cytokines
- Secreted by immune cells, crucial for tissue repair and influencing cell division, migration, and differentiation.
- Examples include PDGF (cell chemotaxis), TGF-beta (fibroblast migration), and EGF (keratinocyte proliferation).
Extracellular Matrix (ECM)
- Provides a scaffold, mechanical support, and stores growth factors for tissue renewal.
- Two forms: interstitial (between cells) and basement membrane (between epithelium and mesenchyme).
Collagen in Healing
- Type I Collagen: Most abundant in adult tissues, predominant in healed wounds.
- Type III Collagen: Common during early healing stages, replaced by Type I during remodeling.
Maturation and Remodeling
- Involves wound contraction via myofibroblasts and collagen remodeling over weeks to years.
- Type III collagen replaced by Type I, increasing tensile strength to near normal levels.
Healing Intentions
- Primary Intention: Wound edges approximated, minimal scarring.
- Secondary Intention: Superficial layers left open to granulate; longer healing, wide scarring.
- Tertiary Intention: Delayed closure; deep layers closed, superficial layers monitored.
Factors Influencing Healing
- Systemic Factors: Infection, malnutrition, ischemia, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, age, smoking, diabetes.
- Complications:
- Deficient scar formation: Dehiscence, ulceration.
- Excessive scar formation: Keloids, hypertrophic scars.
- Exaggerated contraction: May deform surrounding tissues, compromising joint motion.
Important Cell Types
- Fibroblasts: Central in granulation tissue migration and matrix formation.
- Macrophages: Involved in inflammatory response and cytokine production for healing.
Key Mediators
- Growth factors (e.g. PDGF, TGF-alpha) stimulate cell proliferation, migration, and collagen synthesis.
- Cytokines (e.g. interleukins) regulate immune responses and tissue healing processes.
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of wound healing physiology, including the differentiation between regeneration and fibrosis. It explores the stages of the cell cycle and the implications of disruptions, as well as the roles of labile, stable, and permanent cells in tissue repair. Understand the multifaceted process of healing and scarring.
